1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZAZ |
| Model | F40 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2170 mm |
